Each course ends with a practical project utilizing Python scripting skills. The introductory projects will focus on typical core scripting problems such as processing dates and finding differences in similar files. Later in the specialization, you will learn to work with data stored in files to do sports analytics and data visualization. These projects include reading historical data on baseball, computing statistics from this data, and analyzing the results. Finally, the specialization culminates in a project where you will import economic data from the World Bank, process that data, and visualize this data overlaid on a world map.
Introduction to Scripting in Python Specialization
Launch Your Career in Python Programming. Master the core concepts of scripting in Python to enable you to solve practical problems.
About This Specialization
This specialization is intended for beginners who would like to master essential programming skills. Through four courses, you will cover key programming concepts in Python 3 which will prepare you to use Python to perform common scripting tasks. This knowledge will provide a solid foundation towards a career in data science, software engineering, or other disciplines involving programming.
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4 courses
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Courses
- Beginner Specialization.
- No prior experience required.
COURSE 1
Python Programming Essentials
Upcoming session: Apr 30- Commitment
- This is a four week class with an expected workload of 5-7 hours per week.
- Subtitles
- English
About the Course
This course will introduce you to the wonderful world of Python programming! We'll learn about the essential elements of programming and how to construct basic Python programs. We will cover expressions, variables, functions, logic, and condiYou can choose to take this course only. Learn more.
COURSE 2
Python Data Representations
Upcoming session: Apr 30- Commitment
- This is a four week class with an expected workload of 5-7 hours per week.
- Subtitles
- English, Vietnamese
About the Course
This course will continue the introduction to Python programming that started with Python Programming Essentials. We'll learn about different data representations, including strings, lists, and tuples, that form the core of all Python progrYou can choose to take this course only. Learn more.
COURSE 3
Python Data Analysis
Upcoming session: Apr 30- Commitment
- This is a four week class with an expected workload of 5-7 hours per week.
- Subtitles
- English
About the Course
This course will continue the introduction to Python programming that started with Python Programming Essentials and Python Data Representations. We'll learn about reading, storing, and processing tabular data, which are common tasks. We wYou can choose to take this course only. Learn more.
COURSE 4
Python Data Visualization
Upcoming session: Apr 30- Commitment
- This is a four week class with an expected workload of 5-7 hours per week.
- Subtitles
- English
About the Course
This if the final course in the specialization which builds upon the knowledge learned in Python Programming Essentials, Python Data Representations, and Python Data Analysis. We will learn how to install external packages for use within Python,You can choose to take this course only. Learn more.
Creators
Joe Warren
Professor
Scott Rixner
Professor
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